Total English - Advanced - Unit 3 - Lesson 2

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts someone's attention

(of a book or other product) sold in large quantities because of gaining significant popularity among people

causing powerful emotions of sympathy or sorrow

easy, interesting and enjoyable to read

a person who loves reading books and often spends a lot of time reading

existing or moving only in one direction or along a single line

addicted to something, particularly to narcotic drugs

catching and keeping our attention because of being unusual, exciting, etc.

having a thorough understanding or grasp of something

actively participating or included in a particular activity, event, or situation

extremely enthusiastic and interested in something one does

to describe a specific subject, scene, person, etc.

worn or damaged by exposure to the elements, such as sun, wind, rain, or snow

able to see far into the distance, often suggesting a keen or sharp vision

a person who frequently engages in wild or reckless behavior, often in a way that is disruptive or damaging to themselves or others

an individual who thinks and behaves differently and independently

conscious of oneself as an individual, and of one's own thoughts, feelings, and actions

faded or lacking in color, often due to age or wear

developing, moving, or changing with high speed

quick to anger or become agitated, often reacting impulsively or without thinking things through

(of a person) putting in diligent effort towards one's tasks or goals, showing dedication and determination

ready to accept or listen to different views and opinions

possessing an attractive and pleasing appearance

forming one’s own ideas rather than accepting what is generally accepted

describing someone who enjoys having fun, is lighthearted, and has an enthusiastic and playful nature

focusing on one particular goal or purpose, and determined to achieve it

capable of providing everything that one needs, particularly food, without any help from others

not easily affected by criticism, insults or negative comments

having a gentle and benevolent nature, and inclined to act with kindness, generosity, and consideration toward others

reserved, aloof, or distant in one's interactions with others, often conveying a sense of unfriendliness or coldness

(of a person) prioritizing and focusing on their professional growth, development, and advancement, often with a strong dedication to their chosen career path

failing to remember or be attentive to one's surroundings or tasks due to being preoccupied with other thoughts